Budget & Taxes

passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 3224: An Act establishing a tax for online advertising

By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3224) of David M. Rogers relative to establishing a tax for online advertising. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes new tax on online advertising to generate state revenue, directly advancing tax policy and budget funding through new tax collection.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 6, 2026

H 3085: An Act providing incentives to the digital interactive media/entertainment industries

By Representative Donahue of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3085) of Daniel M. Donahue relative to providing tax incentives to the digital interactive media/entertainment industries. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax incentives for digital media industries, a form of tax relief directly addressing taxation policy.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProvides tax incentives to digital interactive media/entertainment industries, directly funding and supporting growth in technology sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 3038: An Act to establish a downtown vitality fund to strengthen local business districts and main streets

By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3038) of Antonio F. D. Cabral and others for legislation to establish a downtown vitality fund to strengthen local business districts and main streets funded by a portion of the sales tax. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates existing sales tax revenue to fund downtown business districts, directing tax proceeds toward economic development and local business strengthening.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Sep 18, 2025

SD 3193: An Act promoting fair tax treatment for zero-emission vehicles

By Mr. Mark, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul W. Mark for legislation to promote fair tax treatment for zero-emission vehicles. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill promotes 'fair tax treatment' for zero-emission vehicles, indicating tax policy adjustment favoring EVs, aligning with tax relief/support indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes zero-emission vehicles through tax incentives, advancing renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes zero-emission vehicles via tax incentives, directly reducing emissions and advancing clean energy adoption per bill title and summary.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes fair tax treatment for zero-emission vehicles, advancing sustainable transportation policies under vehicle regulations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 2076: An Act relative to employee recruitment and retention

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2076) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to tax credits for employee recruitment and retention. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax credits for employee recruitment and retention, directly affecting taxation and revenue.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentTax credits for employer recruitment/retention promote stable employment, aligning with labor & employment support through workforce retention incentives.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 12, 2026

H 3215: An Act relative to the withholding of property taxes by utility companies

By Representative Ramos of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3215) of Orlando Ramos relative to the withholding of property taxes by utility companies. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates utility companies withhold property taxes, ensuring local revenue collection. Directly strengthens fiscal management by preventing revenue loss from tax withholding.92% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 12, 2026

H 3132: An Act providing volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians with a local option real estate tax exemption

By Representative Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3132) of Steven S. Howitt, Susannah M. Whipps and Joanne M. Comerford relative to providing volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians with a local option real estate tax exemption. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax exemption for volunteer first responders, reducing property tax burden - aligns with tax relief for community members in middle/lower income brackets.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 22, 2025

S 1972: An Act to allow cities and towns to increase the local tax rate on meals

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1972) of James B. Eldridge for legislation to allow cities and towns to increase the local tax rate on meals. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allows local tax rate increase on meals, directly addressing taxation and generating revenue, advancing Budget & Taxes topic.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 3022: An Act providing for property tax relief for small business owners

By Representative Ayers of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3022) of Bruce J. Ayers relative to providing property tax relief for small business owners. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly provides property tax relief for small business owners, reducing their tax burden under taxation policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Property Tax Tags Small Business

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 13, 2026

S 1430: An Act to promote Yes in God's Back Yard

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1430) of Brendan P. Crighton and Vanna Howard for legislation relative to the taxation of certain land and zoning ordinances owned by religious organizations. Municipalities and Regional Government.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill targets taxation of religious land, closing a potential tax exemption loophole to increase revenue, aligning with fiscal responsibility.85% confidence

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